Grain Production Manager

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Production Manager to lead our Evansville grain plant operations and inspire a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who is passionate about developing people, fostering employee engagement, and building high-performing teams while driving operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide visible, day-to-day leadership for plant employees, fostering a culture of trust, accountability, collaboration, and respect.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members through regular feedback, performance management, and training opportunities.
• Lead employee training and skill development initiatives to build a knowledgeable and highly engaged workforce.
• Create an environment that promotes safety, teamwork, continuous learning, and employee growth.
• Recognize and develop employee potential, helping team members achieve both personal and professional success.
• Manage staffing needs, schedules, performance expectations, and employee relations matters in partnership with leadership and Human Resources.

Operations & Production Management

• Coordinate daily plant operations to achieve production goals while maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Establish and maintain standardized operating procedures that drive consistency and operational excellence.
• Monitor inventory levels and material usage, investigate discrepancies, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Oversee the flow of incoming supplies and outgoing products to ensure efficient operations and service delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows, solve operational challenges, and improve overall plant performance.
• Utilize data and operational metrics to identify opportunities for increased productivity and continuous improvement.

Safety, Quality & Maintenance

• Champion a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and best practices.
• Lead by example in promoting safe work behaviors and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Oversee maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability, operational readiness, and compliance standards.
• Implement and monitor quality control measures to uphold product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and lead initiatives that enhance safety, quality, and operational performance.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Operations Management, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Class A CDL with a clean driving record.
• Proven experience operating heavy machinery.
• Experience in agriculture, manufacturing, grain operations, or a related operational environment.
• Demonstrated success leading, coaching, and developing employees in a supervisor or management role.
• Strong ability to build relationships, motivate teams, manage performance, and drive employee engagement.
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and seasonal business demands.
• Physical ability to walk, sit, or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Benefits

• Full-time benefit eligibility begins the 1st of the month following date of hire.
• Medical Insurance, Health Savings Account (with Employer contributions), Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Critical Illness Insurance, Group Accident Insurance, Group Hospital Insurance, Legal Shield, and ID Shield.
• 401K company match up to 6% and 100% vested day one.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Volunteer Time Off.
• 100% Company-Paid Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.
• Company-Paid Training and Development Opportunities: Tuition Reimbursement, Certifications & Licenses, and more.
• Company Clothing Annual Allowance.